2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | RAV4 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |